Postpartum Research Review from Bastyr Student

Shelley, the author of the research review below, recently completed her 40 hour practicum at Bodies for Birth and has now officially graduated from Bastyr with a degree in Nutrition and Exercise Science! Ā Shelley set out to learn more about what the current research says about exercise for the postpartum population and has summarized her findings. Read her research review …

A Research Review – Exercise in Pregnancy: An Association with Placental Weight?

Exercise during pregnancy is a hot topic these days. As a childbirth professional passionate about helping individuals stay active throughout the perinatal period, I have been excitedly witnessing the pendulum swing that is in progressā€”a swing from fear of exercise to empowerment through movement. Ā Many pregnant people, who enjoyed a very physically active life before pregnancy, understandably want to continue …